QLD Rail Operations Manager | Larapinta
- Newly created role to elevate our service delivery in the Far North Queensland region
- Drive operational excellence to create better experiences for our customers
- Onsite permanent role at Brisbane Regional Distribution Centre in Larapinta
- We create a thriving team experience through a culture of belonging that champions safety and wellbeing for our people and partners.
- We're a team-first organisation. We'll equip you with the necessary training for success in your role, and provide continuous career development and learning opportunities.
- We offer competitive remuneration and access to a number of employee benefits.
- A range of programs to help you prioritise and manage your wellbeing, including a competitive leave policy and 24/7 access to the Sonder app.
- Manage the transport operational execution of the Far North Queensland Direct Rail Operation ensuring carrier delivery service, cost and safety outcomes within State Regional scope.
- Manage the interaction between Woolworths DC operations, 3PL Rail service provider, Stores Stores and 4PL partner.
- Work with 3PL partners to optimise planning, allocation, and fleet utilisation, minimising costs and improving operational efficiencies.
- Manage rail transport operations within budget to provide ongoing service to stores, while meeting cost targets.
- Support the execution of ad hoc and special events store deliveries.
- Lead and mentor a team of 6 direct reports, ensuring multi skilling and development and continuous improvement.
- Actively drive a safety culture ensuring that all business activities and teams within the Rail Operations are compliant with relevant legislation & company policies
- Proven experience in managing transport operations & 3PL carriers performance, ideally within a large FMCG / Retail environment
- Commercial acumen & experience in managing operational budgets
- Demonstrated personal “hands-on” leadership and coaching skills
- A high level of communication and interpersonal skills, including excellent negotiation & influencing skills at all levels
- Proven capability to effectively manage multiple tasks and operate in a fast moving and challenging environment with competing priorities
- Flexibility to be available for out-of-hours escalations including weekends
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